The objective of this side event was to illustrate how observations for climate in developing
countries are funded, including in the context of the GEF, the GCOS Cooperation Mechanisms and others,
and discuss existing needs as well as potential options for further strengthening the funding for climate
observations.

For further information, see document FCCC/SBI/2011/INF.10
on support provided to developing country Parties and activities undertaken to strengthen existing and,
where needed, establish national and regional systematic observation and monitoring networks.